Goat Cheese Fig Salad with Sherry Walnut Oil Vinaigrette
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant Goat Cheese Fig Salad with Sherry Walnut Oil Vinaigrette—an elegant fusion of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors perfect for any occasion. Fresh arugula forms the peppery base, complemented by juicy, ripe figs, creamy crumbles of goat cheese, and golden-toasted walnuts for added crunch. The showstopper is the homemade sherry walnut oil vinaigrette, made with a luscious blend of sherry vinegar, walnut oil, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for the perfect balance of tart and sweet. This quick and easy salad, ready in just 20 minutes, is ideal as a light lunch, a refined dinner starter, or a festive side dish. Whether you're hosting or indulging solo, this salad pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine or sparkling beverage for a truly elevated dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 cups Fresh arugula
- 6 Fresh figs
- 4 oz Goat cheese
- 1 cup Walnut halves (toasted)
- 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tbsp Sherry vinegar
- 1 tbsp Walnut oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Honey
- 0.5 tsp Kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Rinse the fresh arugula under cold water, then pat dry with paper towels or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture. Place the arugula in a large salad bowl.
2. Wash the figs gently, then slice them into quarters or halves, depending on your preference. Set aside.
3. Crumble the goat cheese into small chunks and set aside.
4. In a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, toast the walnut halves for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Transfer them to a plate to cool.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, sherry vinegar, walnut oil, Dijon mustard, honey, kosher salt, and black pepper until emulsified to create the vinaigrette.
6. Assemble the salad by layering the arugula with the sliced figs, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted walnuts.
7. Drizzle the sherry walnut oil vinaigrette evenly over the salad, tossing gently to combine or serving it on the side for diners to add as desired.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, flavorful salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.2 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.5 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 974 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.5 g | ||
| Protein | 49.9 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 551 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1721 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
